Business Setup

Updates and Modules

Learn how to manage modules, apply updates, and keep your WebApp running with the latest features.

The Modules page is your central hub for managing what functionality is available in your WebApp. From here you can install new modules, update existing ones, and remove modules you no longer need.

Viewing Your Modules

The Modules page provides two views to help you manage your application:

  • Installed Modules — Shows all modules currently installed in your WebApp, including their version, status, and available updates.
  • Available Modules — Browse modules that you can add to extend your WebApp's functionality.

Module Types

Modules are categorized by how they're accessed:

Access TypeDescription
FreeIncluded with your WebApp at no additional cost.
CreditsRequires DashNex Credits. Cost is displayed per module.
LicenseRequires a purchased license. Contact support to obtain.

Additionally, some modules are marked as system or service modules. These are core components required for your WebApp to function and cannot be uninstalled.

Installing Modules

To add new functionality to your WebApp:

  1. Switch to the Available Modules view
  2. Browse the list to find the module you want
  3. Check the access type (Free, Credits, or License)
  4. Click Install to add the module

For licensed modules, you'll need to have an available license. You can check your license status by clicking the key icon next to the module name.

Updating Modules

When updates are available for your installed modules, you'll see a badge showing the new version. Updates can include new features, bug fixes, and performance improvements.

To update a module:

  1. Look for the update indicator (pulsing blue icon) next to the module
  2. Click the upgrade icon to see available versions
  3. Select the version you want to install
  4. Confirm the upgrade

System Updates

When critical system module updates are available, you'll see a notification banner at the top of the Modules page. Click Upgrade System Modules to apply all system updates at once. These updates improve stability and performance.

Uninstalling Modules

If you no longer need a module, you can remove it from your WebApp:

  1. Find the module in your Installed Modules list
  2. Click the trash icon to uninstall
  3. Confirm the removal

Note: System and service modules cannot be uninstalled as they are required for your WebApp to function properly.

Applying Changes with Redeployment

After installing, updating, or uninstalling modules, your changes are staged but not yet live. You need to redeploy your application for the changes to take effect.

When redeployment is needed:

  • An amber Update App button will appear
  • Click the button to start the redeployment process
  • The process takes approximately 5 minutes
  • Your application remains available during redeployment

Good to know: You can make multiple module changes before redeploying. This allows you to batch several installations or updates into a single redeployment.

Module Status

Each installed module shows its current status:

StatusMeaning
ActiveModule is installed and functioning normally.
InactiveModule is installed but not currently active.

Quick Access to Your WebApp

From the Modules page, you can quickly open your WebApp by clicking the Open App button. This takes you directly to your WebApp dashboard, using your custom domain if configured.

Next Steps